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7-Day Itinerary for Cambodia in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Siem Reap
    20 minutes (7.5km) from Siem Reap International Airport

    Visit Angkor Wat in the morning and explore the ancient temple complex. Head to the Angkor National Museum in the afternoon to learn about the history of the Khmer Empire. In the evening, watch the traditional Apsara dance performance.

  2. Day 2: Battambang
    3 hours 30 minutes (168km) from Siem Reap

    Take a bamboo train ride in the morning before exploring the Phare Ponleu Selpak Circus in the afternoon. In the evening, visit the Battambang Night Market for local street food and souvenirs.

  3. Day 3: Kampong Thom
    2 hours 20 minutes (136km) from Battambang

    Visit the Sambor Prei Kuk temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the Stung Sen River and its surrounding villages. End the day with a sunset boat ride on the river.

  4. Day 4: Phnom Penh
    2 hours 45 minutes (162km) from Kampong Thom

    Visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda in the morning before heading to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum in the afternoon. End the day with a sunset river cruise on the Mekong River.

  5. Day 5: Koh Kong
    3 hours 30 minutes (224km) from Phnom Penh

    Take a morning hike in the Cardamom Mountains before visiting the Tatai Waterfall in the afternoon. End the day with a seafood dinner at the Koh Kong Bay Restaurant.

  6. Day 6: Sihanoukville
    2 hours 30 minutes (133km) from Koh Kong

    Visit the Ream National Park in the morning to see diverse wildlife and the mangrove forest. In the afternoon, relax on the Otres Beach and watch the sunset. End the day with a seafood dinner at the Beach Club Cambodia.

  7. Day 7: Kep
    2 hours (97km) from Sihanoukville

    Visit the Rabbit Island in the morning and enjoy the clear water and white sand beaches. In the afternoon, explore the local pepper plantations and learn about pepper production. End the day with a seafood dinner at the Kimly Restaurant.

Recommendations

Consider taking a side trip to the Bokor National Park near Kampot for a hike with stunning views. For adventure seekers, try zip-lining at the Flight of the Gibbon in Angkor Archaeological Park. To maximize fun, book a hot air balloon ride in Siem Reap for a unique view of Angkor Wat. For more suggestions, feel free to ask your tour guide.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Angkor Wat (3-4 hours, $37)
  • Angkor National Museum (2-3 hours, $12)
  • Apsara dance performance (2 hours, $18)
  • Bamboo train ride (2-3 hours, $5-10)
  • Phare Ponleu Selpak Circus (2 hours, $15)
  • Battambang Night Market (2 hours, $5-10)
  • Sambor Prei Kuk temple complex (2-3 hours, $10)
  • Stung Sen River boat ride (2-3 hours, $25)
  • Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda (2-3 hours, $10)
  • Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (2-3 hours, $10)
  • Mekong River cruise (2-3 hours, $15)
  • Tatai Waterfall (2-3 hours, $10)
  • Cardamom Mountains hike (3-4 hours, $15)
  • Ream National Park (3-4 hours, $20)
  • Otres Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Beach Club Cambodia (2-3 hours, $30)
  • Rabbit Island (2-3 hours, $20)
  • Pepper plantations tour (2-3 hours, $15)
  • Kimly Restaurant (2-3 hours, $30)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $315-$350
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